Air Canada City Shuttle: Downtown Montreal to YUL for $9
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Air Canada has launched the Air Canada City Shuttle, a new motorcoach service connecting downtown Montreal with Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Air Canada operates the service in partnership with The Landline Company, for $9 one way, plus applicable taxes.
The service quietly began operating on July 10, ahead of a broader public launch planned for Monday, July 13. Available exclusively to Air Canada customers, the shuttle uses dedicated bus lanes and a private airport entrance. As a result, the trip between downtown and YUL stays fast and predictable, even at rush hour.
Before your next flight, check out our guide to Montreal-Trudeau (YUL) airport lounges and our selection of the best credit cards for travellers.
A direct shuttle to YUL
The Air Canada City Shuttle expands the multimodal partnership between Air Canada and The Landline Company. Motorcoaches depart from the Palais des congrès de Montréal, right downtown, and run straight to Montréal-Trudeau airport. The location works well for convention attendees, business travellers, visitors and Montreal residents alike.
- Price: $9 one way, plus taxes; children under 15 travel free with an adult
- Frequency: 37 daily departures in each direction
- Eligibility: available exclusively to Air Canada customers
- Route: dedicated bus lanes and a private entrance at YUL to bypass traffic
Air Canada City Shuttle schedule
The shuttle runs daily, with departures every 15 minutes during the morning peak and every 30 minutes for the rest of the day.
| Direction | First departure | Last departure | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palais des congrès to YUL | 4:45 a.m. | 9:00 p.m. | Every 15 min until 6:30 a.m., then every 30 min |
| YUL (Door 7, Departures level) to Palais des congrès | 5:15 a.m. | 10:00 p.m. | Every 15 min until 6:45 a.m., then every 30 min |
You can book ahead at montreal.landline.com or board at the airport, subject to seat availability.
How the shuttle works
From downtown Montreal
Your trip starts at the Palais des congrès de Montréal, where a dedicated waiting area welcomes passengers before boarding. Once at YUL, you proceed to check-in and bag drop, then continue through security. Our guide to Air Canada baggage fees explains how to avoid them.
From Montréal-Trudeau Airport
After landing, collect your baggage first. Then head to the Departures level at Door 7, where the shuttle picks you up curbside.
Changing or exchanging your ticket
Landline does not refund tickets. However, they remain fully exchangeable and never expire. Through Landline’s Manage Trip feature, you can switch to an earlier or later departure at any time, subject to seat availability.
Onboard comfort and accessibility
The service uses Quebec-built Prevost motorcoaches. Here is what you will find on board:
- 48 spacious seats: reclining leather seats with extra legroom
- Power outlets: keep your devices charged during the ride
- Onboard lavatory: a welcome comfort, even on a short trip
Customers travelling with a wheelchair or another mobility aid should contact The Landline Company in advance at montreal.landline.com/assistance to arrange assistance.
Our take on the shuttle
At $9 one way, the Air Canada City Shuttle compares favourably with taxis and rideshare apps for getting to YUL. Above all, the connection protection stands out: no city bus or taxi offers free rebooking when you run late.
This launch adds to Air Canada’s recent investments in Montreal, such as the Air Canada Café and the reopening of the Maple Leaf Lounge at YUL. If you fly often with the airline, pair the shuttle with the Aeroplan program and one of the best Aeroplan credit cards to get more out of every trip.
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Air Canada City Shuttle – Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Air Canada City Shuttle.
How much does the Air Canada City Shuttle cost?
The ticket costs $9 one way, plus applicable taxes. Children under 15 also travel free when accompanied by an adult.
Who can use the Air Canada City Shuttle?
The service is available exclusively to Air Canada customers, so you need a booking with the airline to board. Reservations are handled at montreal.landline.com.
Where does the shuttle depart from in downtown Montreal?
The shuttle departs from the Palais des congrès de Montréal, which offers a dedicated waiting area before boarding. Departures run from 4:45 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., every 15 to 30 minutes.
Where do you catch the shuttle at Montréal-Trudeau Airport?
At YUL, the shuttle picks you up at the Departures level, Door 7. Departures run from 5:15 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Check out our guide to Montreal-Trudeau airport lounges while you wait for your flight.
What happens if the shuttle runs late?
Air Canada offers complimentary rebooking on another flight, subject to availability, to customers who allowed at least 95 minutes to connect at YUL. This protection sets the shuttle apart from other ways of getting to the airport.
Are shuttle tickets refundable?
No, Landline does not refund tickets. However, they remain fully exchangeable and never expire; the Manage Trip feature lets you switch departures, subject to seat availability.
Is the shuttle accessible for travellers with reduced mobility?
Yes. Customers travelling with a wheelchair or another mobility aid should, however, contact The Landline Company in advance at montreal.landline.com/assistance to arrange the required assistance.
When does the Air Canada City Shuttle start?
The service started on July 10, 2026 as a soft launch, and Air Canada plans the public launch for Monday, July 13. Bookings are already open on the Landline website.
